Chinese CCTV crackdown, Nothing Phone (4a) Pro review & IZI Mini Drone | Tech Today

The landscape of tech in India is shifting! This week on Tech Today, we explore the massive regulatory reset as India officially pulls the plug on non-compliant Chinese CCTV brands. Plus, we go hands-on with the futuristic Nothing Phone (4a) Pro and we take it to the skies with a homegrown drone.

In This Episode:

The Chinese CCTV Ban (STQC Deadline): As of April 1, 2026, the grace period is over. Any internet-connected CCTV camera without STQC certification and ER compliance is effectively banned from sale in India. Why is the government targeting "unverified" silicon, and what does this mean for your home security? We break down the winners, the losers, and the rise of "Clean Network" Indian giants like CP Plus and Qubo.

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Review: It’s not a flagship, but it certainly looks like one. With a unibody aluminum design, 144Hz AMOLED display, and the signature Glyph interface, does the 4a Pro live up to the hype? We test the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 performance, the 50MP periscope telephoto lens, and the "identity" Nothing is selling for under ₹40,000.

IZI Brephos Mini Drone - First Look: Content creators, this one is for you! We check out the IZI Brephos Mini - a sub-249g "Nano" drone that bypasses heavy DGCA restrictions. Featuring a 48MP camera, 4K HDR video, and "Noctura Vision" for low light, is this Indian-branded drone ready to take on the global giants?